Tender

Project Manager, Contract Administrator and Quantity Surveyor

DESIGN DUNDEE LIMITED (V&A DUNDEE)

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 07:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement opportunity titled "Project Manager, Contract Administrator and Quantity Surveyor" is currently in the tender stage, spearheaded by Design Dundee Limited (V&A Dundee). This contract seeks experienced professionals to engage with the V&A Dundee 2028 capital project, a major undertaking aimed at transforming the museum's permanent galleries and enhancing visitor experiences in Dundee, UK. Falling under museum services, with a procurement category of services, interested parties must prepare electronic submissions by 29 May 2026. The overall project is scheduled to launch on the museum’s tenth anniversary, and the contract period extends over 720 days.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in project management, contract administration, and quantity surveying within the museum sector. Businesses with robust frameworks in delivering strategic consultancy services and a track record for high-quality execution will find this project suited to their expertise. Given the open procedure procurement method, companies competitive on both methodology and pricing are encouraged to participate, fostering growth through active collaboration with a prestigious cultural institution. The contract's focus on non-renewal projects allows firms to contribute to a high-profile endeavour without long-term commitments, making it attractive for those aiming to amplify their portfolio in museum-related projects.

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Notice Title

Project Manager, Contract Administrator and Quantity Surveyor

Notice Description

V&A Dundee are seeking an experienced, specialist consultant to deliver Project Management, Contract Administration and Quantity Surveyor services for the V&A Dundee 2028 capital project.

Lot Information

Lot 1

V&A Dundee is embarking on a major capital project known as V&A Dundee 2028 to transform its permanent galleries, retail and visitor experience across its spectacular Kengo Kuma designed building to mark the museum's 10th anniversary. V&A Dundee are seeking an experienced, specialist consultant to deliver Project Management, Contract Administration and Quantity Surveyor services for the project. The consultant will play a crucial role in leading V&A Dundee through the project, reviewing matters with the client at strategic level, working in partnership with them to present and review options and solutions throughout the life of the project. Additional information: The contract duration will be reviewed with the appointed supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038291-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92521000 - Museum services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESIGN DUNDEE LIMITED (V&A DUNDEE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4EZ
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

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